Fairstead House
Newmarket, Suffolk, Suffolk, East of England · CB8 7AA
A small independent school in Newmarket, Suffolk, Fairstead House caters for children right through to age 11, with around 221 pupils on roll. Led by headteacher Michael Radford, it offers a self-contained early-years and primary education in a setting where most children are likely to be known by name. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school "good", and its compliance requirements were met. The intimate scale suits families looking for a close-knit start to a child's schooling rather than a large institution.
221
Pupils
good
ISI
£8,460
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 0-11
- Pupils
- 221
- Location
- Newmarket, Suffolk, Suffolk, East of England
- Website
- https://fairsteadhouse.org/
- Telephone
- 01638 662318
Headteacher
Headteacher Michael Radford
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Teaching & academics
The ISI judged both the quality of education and pupils' personal development as "good". Nearly one in five pupils receives some form of SEN support, suggesting a setting that is used to accommodating a range of learning needs within its small classes.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 18.55%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £7,860 - £8,460
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 18 June 2024
The last word
A small, all-through-to-eleven independent in Newmarket with solid "good" inspection marks and a strong record of supporting pupils who need extra help.
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Fairstead House 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Fairstead House located?
Fairstead House is located at Fordham Road, Newmarket, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 7AA.
What type of school is Fairstead House?
Fairstead House is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend Fairstead House?
Fairstead House has approximately 221 pupils on roll.
What is Fairstead House's inspection rating?
Fairstead House is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 18 June 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.